Valuable benefits designed for your lifestyle.
Advocacy:
Your Voice in Government
The South Dakota Farmers Union works full-time to insure that lawmakers and other governmental officials in Pierre and Washington, D.C. hear and understand our concerns. Year in, year out, our #1 goal is to increase farm/ranch income. Learn more about our legislative work here.
Valuable Member Discounts:
Vehicle Discounts
Farmers Union members are eligible to receive great discounts on new and used vehicles! Get $250 off the purchase of a new vehicle or $100 off a used vehicle ($8,000 and above) at Olympic GMC of Huron. Just show your membership card to receive these great discounts.
Machinery Discounts
Farmers Union members are eligible to receive $500 off select machinery at Titan Machinery dealerships across South Dakota. Members must show their membership card to be eligible for the discount.
Double D Western Wear Discount
Membership in Farmers Union gets you 20% off one item at Double D Western Wear of Huron (all boots, men’s jeans and tack excluded). Just show your membership card and receive this great discount!
Youth and Adult Educational Programs:
SDFU Camps
Children of Farmers Union families can participate in summer camps through our education program — and each year over 2,000 of them do just that. These programs are available to kids in grades 1-12. Camps are held at the county, district and state levels and are spirited, informative and fun.
Scholarships and Achievement Programs
The Farmers Union offers awards through our achievement programs as well as scholarships. You can learn more about these great opportunities here.
Adult Education
Members have access to valuable learning and networking opportunities across the state. Learn more about the South Dakota Farmers Union’s Rural POWER: Rural Leadership Program and Young Producers program here.
Farm and Ranch News
Included with your Farmers Union membership dues is a free subscription to the Union Farmer. The Union Farmer provides the latest news that affects farmers, ranchers or rural communities including farm legislation, news from cooperatives and much more. Read past issues of the Union Farmer here.
Producer Connection Newsletter
Members can request to be placed on the mailing list for the Producer Connection, published weekly during SD Legislative sessions. Sign up for your free subscription here.
Money Saving Insurance Options
Farmers Union Insurance
Excellent insurance protection for your health and life, as well as your farm, machinery, crops, auto and home is available through your local Farmers Union Insurance agent. In addition to providing you with insurance protection, your insurance dollars give the farm organization financial stability for carrying on the fight to preserve and enhance the family farm system of agriculture. Find out more at the Farmers Union Insurance website.
Dental & Vision Insurance
National Farmers Union offers dental and vision insurance to members at a reasonable premium. There is 80% coverage for preventive dental services, including one evaluation and two cleanings per calendar year, fluoride treatment for children under age 14 and a bitewing x-ray once every 12 months. You can choose your dentist. The vision plan includes 100% coverage for one routine exam for each insured per calendar year, 20% discount off frames, lenses and contacts and an average discount of 10-25% off laser surgery. For more information on benefits call 877-817-4805.
Travelers Motor Club
Travelers Motor Club is a full service auto club that provides worry-free protection when traveling.
Free South Dakota State Fair Gate Admission
As part of your membership with South Dakota Farmers Union, we provide complimentary gate admission for Farmers Union Day at the South Dakota State Fair. Contact us.